Level wind multis

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Level wind multis

#1 Post by Mr_Green »

does the level wind affect the cast, along with shockleader knots, does the leader just pass thro the level wind hole? or is it best taken off?
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#2 Post by Drew »

From what I can see Levelwind does effect casting Distance, as there's no way the Barrel can keep up with the Speed of the line going out... If its for general beach fishing, and your confident enough, ditch the Levelwind, use the oul Finger and Thumb.
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#3 Post by Mr_Green »

ive still got my L plates :lol: ...but i can cast grand in small distances, just wanting to know how will the leader knot pass thro it? seems to be a lot of friction ...and i prob will have to ditch it alright if its goin to affect the cast
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#4 Post by fishinmidget »

the leader knot will catch on the levelwind and will produce instand birdy if the reel is running nice and fast and it is a good cast.
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levelwind or not

#5 Post by mickymall »

i prefer multipliers with no levelwind. having said that, i started with a levelwind reel. if you use tapered shockleader, then the leader knot is much smaller than the usual 15lb to 60lb joint. try a couple of practice casts without the levelwind. you will surprise yourself of how easy it is to get used to it. Tight lines
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#6 Post by IDPearl »

Depending on which LW you have, you may be able to get a conversion bar for it. Abu conversion bars are usually available on e-bay.

Like this one....
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Abu-ct-conversion ... dZViewItem
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#7 Post by Bradan »

IDPearl wrote:Depending on which LW you have, you may be able to get a conversion bar for it. Abu conversion bars are usually available on e-bay.

Like this one....
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Abu-ct-conversion ... dZViewItem


Cheers for that Ian, was looking for one of those. Just ordered one for my new 6500... :D
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